Laos in November
November is one of the best times to visit Laos.
Cool dry season. November sees the start of dry season throughout Laos: the chance of rain is minimal for the next five months and sunny days are the norm. Following several months of rain, the countryside is lush and green, and river levels remain high, making November a great month for river cruising. Pleasant average temperatures hover around 23°C in Vientiane and Luang Prabang, and 26°C in Pakse and the 4000 Islands, with peak temperatures not expected until March. At November in Laos weather acquires optimal state for main type of entertainment – excursions. The former is the most comfortable time to visit Laos particularly in November and December, the rivers are high enough to make river travel a breeze. However it's more expensive to travel in Laos during this period as it is the peak season.
Festivals in November
That Luang Festival Celebration (approximate dates)
Vientiane's largest religious festival around the golden stupa. Lunar dates, usually November.
A week of celebrations culminating on the full moon of the 12th Lao lunar month, in November.
Next date: 18–24 Nov 2026
(approx., may be a day off)
Where to go in Laos
Other places with good weather in November
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